The Tay live along the valleys and the lower slopes of the mountains
in Cao Bang, Lang Son, Bac Thai, and Quang Ninh Provinces, and in some regions
of Ha Bac Province.
Customs:
ncestor worship is a religious rite of the Tay. The altar
for the ancestors are placed in a central location in the house. The altar room
is such a sacred place that guests are not allowed to sit on the bed in front of
the altar. After giving birth, women are also not allowed to sit on the bed in
front of the altar.
Tay villages are always built at the foot of a mountain and is often named after
a mountain, field, or river. Each village contains about 15-20 households.
Culture:
The Tay language belongs to Tay-Thai Group. There is a rich traditional
folklore with all kinds of poems, songs, dances, and music. Tay songs include
the "Hat Luon" (a kind of duet between lovers), wedding songs, and lullabies.
Dress:
Tay women wear knee-length dresses, which are split at the right side
with five buttons along the armpit, and a narrow sleeves.
Economy:
The Tay have developed agricultural practices quite well and are able
to cultivate all kinds of plants including rice, maize, and sweet potato.
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